Things to never do in this hobby.

Discussion in 'Coin Chat' started by ldhair, Nov 16, 2025 at 10:27 AM.

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  1. Collecting Nut

    Collecting Nut Borderline Hoarder

    My entire collection is slabbed so I need to buy the coin that is like all the others in a slab that matches the other 23 coins I have to complete my set. :)
     
    Collecting Nut, Nov 17, 2025 at 6:35 PM
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  3. Collecting Nut

    Collecting Nut Borderline Hoarder

    I’ll find it one day! :)
     
    Collecting Nut, Nov 17, 2025 at 6:36 PM
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  4. Walkerfan

    Walkerfan Well-Known Member

    Don’t cruise eBay when you’re bored and have had one too many cocktails. :smuggrin::smuggrin:
     
    Walkerfan, Nov 17, 2025 at 9:33 PM
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  5. Walkerfan

    Walkerfan Well-Known Member

    Don’t drink Kool-Aid and learn how to grade yourself instead of relying on others. Don’t let great opportunities pass you by. There are far fewer coins that I regret buying than ones that I don’t. Missed opportunity is usually worse than taking action.
     
    Walkerfan, Nov 18, 2025 at 12:53 PM
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  6. geekpryde

    geekpryde Husband and Father Moderator

    A great price should never be the only reason you buy a coin.

    I personally don't make that mistake, but I do continue to struggle with this concept:

    Buying a "Great coin at a Fair price" will give you so much more long term enjoyment than buying a "Fair coin at a Great price".
     
    geekpryde, Nov 18, 2025 at 8:49 PM
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  7. philologus_1

    philologus_1 Supporter! Supporter

    This pertains to Ancient and World coins much more than US modern, but to add to the list of things NEVER to do in this hobby:

    Fall into a habit of asking others to give you attributions for your coins, rather than allowing yourself to experience the fun and education of doing so yourself.
     
    philologus_1, Nov 19, 2025 at 1:55 PM
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  8. general quarters

    general quarters Active Member

    are we saying don't buy slabs or buy the coin not the slab?
    i like my slabs
     
    general quarters, Nov 20, 2025 at 9:37 PM
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